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The Diffusion of Broadband-Based Applications Among Italian Small and Medium Enterprises

In: Telecommunication Markets

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  • Massimo G. Colombo
  • Luca Grilli

Abstract

This paper develops an empirical model which aims at analyzing the determinants of broadband-based applications adoption among small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Focusing on a large and representative sample of Italian SMEs the econometric analysis reveals that, among other characteristics, intra-firm capabilities (i.e. firm labour productivity and IT skills level of employees) and extra-firm capabilities (i.e. the presence within the local labour market of young and skilled workforce) play a major role in explaining a firm’s willingness to adopt applications. These findings are in line with those highlighted by the skill-biased technological change (SBTC) literature and have important implications for policy makers.

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  • Massimo G. Colombo & Luca Grilli, 2009. "The Diffusion of Broadband-Based Applications Among Italian Small and Medium Enterprises," Contributions to Economics, in: Peter Curwen & Justus Haucap & Brigitte Preissl (ed.), Telecommunication Markets, pages 175-186, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:conchp:978-3-7908-2082-9_10
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-7908-2082-9_10
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